In this article, we'll explore the process of deactivating a League of Legends (LoL) account as of 2025, and understand the implications across all Riot Games titles.
Table of Contents ---
- Instructions
- What Happens After You Delete Your Account?
- Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?
- Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?
Instructions
✅ First Step. Begin by visiting the official Riot Games website and logging into your account. Navigate to the left side of the page where you'll find the "My Account" button. Hover over it to reveal a dropdown menu and select "Settings."
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✅ Second Step. Once in your account settings, locate the "Support" button at the top of the screen and click it to proceed to the support page.
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✅ Third Step. On the support page, scroll down to the "Support Tools" section and click on the "Account Deletion" button.
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✅ Fourth Step. You will be directed to a page with a "Confirm start deletion process" button. Click it to initiate the account deletion, which will take 30 days to complete. During this period, your account will be in a deactivated state, and you can cancel the deletion at any time.
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By following these four straightforward steps, you can initiate the deletion of your account. Remember, this action will impact all Riot Games titles, and your account will remain deactivated for 30 days. As a precaution, ensure you remove any linked bank card information before proceeding.
What Happens After You Delete Your Account?
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After initiating the account deletion, Riot Games requires 30 days to permanently remove it. During this time, your account will be inactive. Once the 30 days have elapsed, your account, including your username, skins, and personal data, will be irreversibly deleted, allowing another player to use your former username. You can contact support within 25 days to request cancellation of the deletion.
Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?
No, once the 30-day period has passed, restoring your account is no longer possible. If your account was hacked and deleted, you can reach out to Riot Games support for potential recovery, though success is not guaranteed, especially if the account was fully deleted.
Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?
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Reasons for deleting accounts vary widely, from waning interest in the game to addressing gaming addiction. For some, deleting the game and account is a necessary step to break free from excessive gaming, which can lead to significant life disruptions such as job loss, educational setbacks, and social isolation. This issue can affect individuals of all ages, and while deleting the game might offer temporary relief, a complete account deletion is often seen as a more definitive solution to regain control over one's life and focus on priorities like education and work.
